Michael J. Lavan HAMILTON - Michael J. Lavan, 82, of Hamilton passed away on Tuesday at the Arcadia Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Trenton, Mike was a lifelong area resident. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served from 1947 to 1955. He was retired from the Bell Atlantic Telephone Company. He enjoyed time in his workshop with his woodworking and electronics projects and listening to the Phillies games on the radio. Most of all, he cherished time with his family, friends and neighbors. Mike was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Saremba) Lavan and brother of the late Margaret Dombroski and Catherine Pentz. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Catherine Lavan, at home; his children, David Lavan and wife Ania of Cape May, Fay Caiazza and husband Nicholas of Lawrenceville, Susan Lavan of Hamilton, Thomas Lavan and wife Kim of Hamilton, and Lora Wood of Arizona; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Robert Majeski and wife Doris. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Due to Michael's wishes, there will be no funeral services. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Associations of American Veterans, P.O. Box 6865, Washington, DC 20020-9994 or to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1347 Perrineville Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kingston and Kemp Funeral Home, Hamilton, www.kingstonandkemp.com.